30 / Oct / 2018

Wood Stoves Are Good For The Environment

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The topic of global warming is in the media, even more so with Donald Trump’s victory in the US Presidential Election and no matter what he says or does, we should all be very aware of it’s impact on the earth. It may surprise you to hear that using wood to heat your home is actually a responsible choice. Unlike fossil fuels wood is a sustainable fuel source and doesn’t contribute to global warming. When you burn wood you are simply speeding up the natural decomposition process.

Renewable…

18 / Jul / 2018

Chimney and Wood Stove Cleaning and Maintenance

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Updated April 20, 2024 Chimney and wood stove maintenance and cleaning impacts the function and longevity of your wood-burning appliance. Maintenance and cleaning should be performed by a professional who can evaluate the function, structure and safety.  The crackling of firewood in your fireplace or wood stove creates an ambiance you can’t replicate. It keeps you warm and cozy on cool nights and doesn’t…

02 / Jan / 2018

What Are Wood Fireplace Inserts?

7 years ago 0 COMMENTS

Wood-burning fireplaces are not efficient when it comes to retaining the heat of the fire--and in fact, older fireplaces can operate at just a 5 percent efficiency. They traditionally pull the warm air from the inside of the home into the fire, and a lot of energy becomes lost when the heat goes up the chimney. This energy loss is only intensified when the temperature is at below freezing.

Fireplace inserts can be used to…

01 / Nov / 2017

Three Uses For Outdoor Gas Appliances

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Outdoor gas appliances can be used for your household’s benefit in a variety of ways that you may not be familiar with. It can be exciting to consider just what is possible on your property to improve the quality of time spent outdoors. With this in mind, here are 3 uses for outdoor gas appliances at your home.

BBQ Gas Outlet Box

Turning on the barbecue is a sure way to bring people together to enjoy home-cooked food. Using a BBQ outlet…

12 / Apr / 2016

Should You Upgrade Your Furnace?

8 years ago 0 COMMENTS

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If you are finding that your furnace requires your constant attention, it may be time to consider whether replacement is necessary . Your current furnace may use more energy for heating than is necessary, or it could even be contributing to the presence of dust and other harmful particles in the air. You can get an idea of what your best option may be by taking note of these tips for determining…

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